Songs About Sugar

Updated April 1, 2024

So many artists have written about Songs About Sugar. Here are 24 of our favorites.

Watermelon Sugar by Harry Styles

From the album, Fine Line, released on December 13, 2019

"Watermelon Sugar" is a song by Harry Styles from his album Fine Line. The song was written by Harry Styles, Tyler Johnson, and Mitch Rowland. The song was produced by Tyler Johnson and Mitch Rowland.

Under the Bridge by Red Hot Chili Peppers

From the album, Blood Sugar Sex Magik (Deluxe Edition), released on September 24, 1991

"Under the Bridge" is a song by American rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers. It was released as the second single from their fifth studio album, Blood Sugar Sex Magik, on March 10, 1992. The song became a huge success, peaking at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and later earning a Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal. Production for "Under the Bridge" began in early 1991 at One on One Studios in Los Angeles. The song was written by guitarist John Frusciante and vocalist Anthony Kiedis, who were roommates at the time. The pair had been working on new material for the album and had written several songs, but none of them were working out. One day, Frusciante came up with the opening guitar riff for "Under the Bridge" and brought it to Kiedis, who immediately began writing lyrics for the song. The rest of the band was not impressed with the song and it was not until producer Rick Rubin heard it that the song began to take shape. Rubin helped the band arrange the song and suggested they add a bridge, which Kiedis wrote. The song was recorded in one take, with Frusciante

Sugar by Maroon 5

From the album, V, released on September 2, 2014

"Sugar" is a song by American pop rock band Maroon 5. It was released on January 13, 2015, as the lead single from their fifth studio album, V (2014). The song was written by Adam Levine, Ammar Malik, Benjamin Levin, and Shellback; the latter two are also the producers. "Sugar" is a disco, funk-pop and soul song about the simple pleasures of love and relationships. The song's music video, directed by David Dobkin, features the band crashing real weddings while performing the song. The song received generally positive reviews from music critics, who praised its catchy hook and Levine's vocals. It peaked at number two on the US Billboard Hot 100 and topped the charts in nine other countries, including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. A remixes EP was released on February 10, 2015.

Sugar, We're Goin Down by Fall Out Boy

From the album, From Under The Cork Tree, released on May 3, 2005

The song is about a young couple in a small town who are trying to escape their mundane lives. The production details are sparse, but it is clear that the song was recorded in a studio. The song features a distorted guitar sound and a heavy drumbeat. The vocals are sung in a high-pitched voice, which gives the song an eerie feeling.

Sugar (feat. Francesco Yates) by Robin Schulz

From the album, Sugar, released on September 25, 2015

"Sugar (feat. Francesco Yates)" is a song by German DJ and producer Robin Schulz. It was released on 18 September 2014 as the second single from his debut studio album, Prayer (2014). The song features vocals from Canadian singer Francesco Yates. The song peaked at number five on the German Singles Chart. The song is a tropical house track with a simple instrumentation. The song's lyrics are about a sugar-coated relationship. "Sugar (feat. Francesco Yates)" was written by Francesco Yates, Robin Schulz, and David Taylor. The song was produced by Schulz and co-produced by Yates.

SugarCrash! by ElyOtto

From the album, SugarCrash!, released on August 25, 2020

The song is about a relationship that has ended suddenly and unexpectedly. It is a sad and regretful song about what could have been. The production is very simple, with just a piano and ElyOtto's voice.

Suga Suga by Baby Bash

From the album, Tha Smokin' Nephew, released on January 1, 2003

"Suga Suga" is a song by rapper Baby Bash, featuring singer Frankie J. It was released in 2003 as the lead single from Bash's album Super Saucy. The song peaked at number one on the US Billboard Hot Rap Tracks chart and number 19 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song was produced by Happy Perez.

Pour Some Sugar On Me - Remastered 2017 by Def Leppard

From the album, Hysteria (Super Deluxe), released on August 3, 1987

The song was produced by Robert John "Mutt" Lange and released on July 5, 1987 by Mercury Records. It was the second single from the album Hysteria. The song is about a man's sexual desire for a woman. The opening line, "I'm hot, sticky sweet / From my head to my feet," sets the tone for the song. The man is asking the woman to pour some sugar on him, meaning to cover him with kisses. He is also asking her to do other things to him that are sexual in nature. The production of the song is very layered, with multiple instruments playing at the same time. This creates a dense sound that is both exciting and catchy. The use of harmony vocals also adds to the sweetness of the song.

2 Sugar (feat. Ayra Starr) by Wizkid

From the album, More Love, Less Ego, released on November 11, 2022

"2 Sugar" is a song by Nigerian singer Wizkid, featuring vocals from Ayra Starr. It was released on February 12, 2021, as the lead single from Wizkid's forthcoming fifth studio album Made in Lagos. The song was written by Wizkid and produced by Sarz.

SUGAR by BROCKHAMPTON

From the album, GINGER, released on August 23, 2019

The song "SUGAR" by BROCKHAMPTON is a high-energy track with a heavy bass line and a catchy hook. The production is very clean and the song is well-produced. The lyrics are about a relationship that is falling apart and the singer is trying to save it.

Sugar by System Of A Down

From the album, System Of A Down, released in 1998

"Sugar" is a song by American rock band System of a Down. It was released as the first single from their fourth studio album, Mezmerize, on May 17, 2005. The song was written by lead singer Serj Tankian and guitarist Daron Malakian. The song is about the addictive nature of sugar and how it can ruin one's health. Tankian has said that the song is also about how "sugarcoating" things can make them seem more palatable, but in reality, they're still just as bad for you. The song was produced by Rick Rubin and recorded at his home studio in Malibu, California.

Love Like You (feat. Rebecca Sugar) - End Credits by Steven Universe

From the album, Steven Universe, Vol. 1 (Original Soundtrack), released on June 2, 2017

The song "Love Like You (feat. Rebecca Sugar)" is the end credits song for the show Steven Universe. It is a duet between Steven Universe (Zach Callison) and Rebecca Sugar (Estelle). The song is a ballad about Steven's love for his friends and family, and how they have helped him through tough times. The song is also about how Steven wants to find love himself someday. The song is accompanied by a montage of scenes from the show.

I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch) by Four Tops

From the album, Four Tops Second Album, released in 1965

The song was written by the Motown songwriting team of Holland–Dozier–Holland and produced by Brian Holland and Lamont Dozier. It was the first single released from the Four Tops' second album, The Four Tops Singles. The song was a major hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States and number five in the United Kingdom. "I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)" is a song written by the Motown songwriting team of Holland–Dozier–Holland and produced by Brian Holland and Lamont Dozier. It was the first single released from the Four Tops' second album, The Four Tops Singles. The song was a major hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States and number five in the United Kingdom. The song is about a man who is trying to resist the temptation of a woman he knows he should stay away from. The song's most famous line is the chorus, "I can't help myself, sugar pie, honey bunch / You know that I love you, I can't help myself."